DERRICK WHITE NEWS

The Celtics are dialing up specific actions to unleash Derrick White — and it's working: Film breakdown 'What we’ve learned quickly is that he’s adapting to what we do,' says Celtics coach Ime Udoka.

MARCH 3, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Sets scoring high with Celtics White ended with 18 points (7-13 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT), two rebounds and five assists across 28 minutes during Tuesday's 107-98 victory over Atlanta.

Impact White's 18 points are a high for his time with the Celtics, and it was just the third time he handed out at least five assists. Jaylen Brown suffered an ankle injury in the contest, and it's not clear how long he'll be sidelined. Any missed time could result in White seeing more usage.

MARCH 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Tatum scores 33 to help Celtics push past Hawks 107-98

Jayson Tatum had 33 points, eight rebounds and seven assists to help the Boston Celtics rally in the second half and beat the Atlanta Hawks 107-98

MARCH 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Shifts to bench Thursday White will come off the bench for Thursday's game against the Nets, Keith Smith of Spotrac.com reports.

Impact With Marcus Smart rejoining the lineup after a one-game absence prior to the All-Star break, White will shift back to a bench role. The guard recorded nine points, six rebounds, six assists, three steals and two blocks as a starter against Detroit prior to the break.

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Brad Stevens 1-on-1: Celtics buyout plans, trade origins for Derrick White deal, Boston's contending chances and more Stevens spoke with MassLive about the trade deadline, his priorities on the buyout market and Boston's potential this season in an exclusive...

FEBRUARY 24, 2022 • MASSLIVE.COM

Kuzma, Wizards to host Murray and the Spurs

Washington faces San Antonio in non-conference action

FEBRUARY 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Struggles to score in loss White had nine points (3-10 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 2-4 FT), six rebounds, six assists, two blocks and three steals across 36 minutes during Wednesday's 112-111 loss to Detroit.

Impact White drew the start in place of Marcus Smart (ankle), but he struggled with his shot and failed to score in double figures for the first time since joining Boston. However, he was still able to make an impact by stuffing the stat sheet elsewhere. The 6-foot-4 guard registered multiple blocks and steals in the same game for just the fourth time during the campaign. He also dished out six assists, his most as a member of the Celtics. White figures to be a key part of coach Ime Udoka's rotation during the stretch run and should continue to offer fantasy managers solid production in numerous areas.

FEBRUARY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting for injured Smart White will start Wednesday's game against the Pistons, Keith Smith of Spotrac.com reports.

Impact Marcus Smart (ankle) is out, so White gets his first start with the Celtics. In his first three games in Boston, he's averaged 13.3 points, 3.7 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 1.3 steals in 28.0 minutes, but he figures to take on a bigger role in the offense Wednesday.

FEBRUARY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

In trading away seven players, the Celtics got quality in return for quantity - The Boston Globe The acquisition of Derrick White from the Spurs and Daniel Theis from the Rockets more than made up for the seven players who were dealt las...

FEBRUARY 14, 2022 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Celtics Notebook: Derrick White chips in, Daniel Theis debut delayed after trade White scored in double figures in his second straight game as a Celtic

FEBRUARY 14, 2022 • MASSLIVE.COM

Scores 14 despite inefficiency White logged 14 points (4-14 FG, 2-10 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds, five assists, one block and two steals across 29 minutes during Sunday's 105-95 win over Atlanta.

Impact White came off the bench for a second straight matchup to begin his time with the Celtics, but he remained consistent on the scoreboard despite shooting just 28.6 percent from the floor in Sunday's win. In spite of his depth role, he's continued to see plenty of playing time across his first two appearances with Boston.

FEBRUARY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Tatum scores 38, Celtics rally past Hawks for 8th win in row

Jayson Tatum scored 38 points and led a third-quarter surge that sent the Boston Celtics past the Atlanta Hawks 105-95 for their eighth straight win

FEBRUARY 13, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

With the acquisition of versatile Derrick White, Celtics may have new "best five" closing quintet - The Boston Globe When Derrick White steps in for Al Horford it will bring a different dynamic, with his speed, on-ball defense, and perimeter shooting provid...

FEBRUARY 12, 2022 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

WATCH: The Derrick White trade might not be a disaster for the Boston Celtics, but was it good? How are analysts looking at the trade?

FEBRUARY 12, 2022 • USATODAY.COM

After a performance like that in his Celtics debut, no need to defend the trade for Derrick White - The Boston Globe White is in the first year of a four-year, $73 million deal he signed in December 2020, meaning he’ll be a Celtic for the long term.

FEBRUARY 12, 2022 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Derrick White impresses in Celtics intro, showcases versatility in closing lineup The Celtics found out 45 minutes before tipoff Derrick White was going to be able to suit up Friday.

FEBRUARY 12, 2022 • MASSLIVE.COM

Tatum scores 24, Celtics beat Denver for 7th straight win

Jayson Tatum had 24 points, Marcus Smart added 22 points, five steals and two crucial free throws, and the Celtics held on to beat the Denver Nuggets 108-102 for Boston’s seventh s...

FEBRUARY 12, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

A natural fit in Boston White delivered 15 points (6-12 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 0-1 FT), six rebounds and two assists over 28 minutes in Friday's 108-102 home win over the Nuggets.

Impact In his Boston debut, the newly acquired guard led Boston with a plus-11 plus/minus rating. White looked like he had been playing with his Celtic teammates all season long. He was a natural fit in the offense and made all the correct defensive rotations. Coach Ime Udoka also trusted White to be part of the closing team in the fourth. Despite coming off the bench, the former Spur was a key component in Boston's seventh straight win.

FEBRUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Murray has 11th triple-double, Spurs roll past Hawks 136-121

Dejounte Murray tied his career highs with 32 points and 15 assists to go with 10 rebounds for his 11th triple double this season, Keldon Johnson scored 26 points and the San Anton...

FEBRUARY 12, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Derrick White shines in debut as Celtics beat Nuggets 108-102 for their seventh straight win Boston's latest trade addition scored 15 points in his debut

FEBRUARY 12, 2022 • MASSLIVE.COM

Available Friday White (trade pending) is available to make his Celtics debut during Friday's game against the Nuggets, John Karalis of BostonSportsJournal.com reports.

Impact White will almost certainly come off the bench considering his status wasn't known until about 30 minutes before tipoff. There's a good chance he remains a reserve option for the Celtics, though it could be in a high-level sixth-man role.

FEBRUARY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

What Jayson Tatum, Ime Udoka said about Derrick White, Daniel Theis joining Celtics Jayson Tatum said he was excited to get to play with a pair of players he knows.

FEBRUARY 11, 2022 • MASSLIVE.COM

Uncertain to make team debut Friday White has arrived in Boston following his acquisition from the Spurs on Thursday, but he's uncertain to be cleared to make his Celtics debut Friday versus the Nuggets, John Karalis...

Impact According to Karalis, the availability of White will likely depend on whether he and the three players the Celtics sent to San Antonio in the deal all pass physicals with their new teams. If cleared to play, White will presumably come off the bench Friday, but given Boston's lack of quality backcourt depth, he shouldn't see a major reduction from the 30.3 minutes per game he averaged with the Spurs this season even if he sticks on the Celtics' second unit permanently. White will likely suffer more from a usage perspective, however. Dejounte Murray (26.1 percent) and Lonnie Walker (22.6 percent) only narrowly outpaced White (20.2 percent) in terms of usage on the Spurs, while Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown both sit above the 30-percent mark on the season.

FEBRUARY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Five things to know about Derrick White, the Celtics new defensive-minded guard - The Boston Globe White averages a steal per game and his second in the league in blocks per game among players who might be considered guards at 0.9.

FEBRUARY 11, 2022 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Celtics trade deadline roundtable: Brad Stevens bets big on Derrick White Brad Stevens paid a steep price for Derrick White in what is his most significant addition in his first year as GM.

FEBRUARY 11, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM